Letters to Garrett : stories of change, power, and possibility / Robert E. Quinn, Garrett T. Quinn.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Quinn, Robert E.

Contributor:

Quinn, Garrett T.

Series:

Jossey-Bass business & management series

The Jossey-Bass business & management series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Teenage boys--Conduct of life.

Teenage boys.

Young men--Conduct of life.

Young men.

Physical Description:

xvii, 235 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

San Francisco : Jossey-Bass, [2002]

Summary:

When Robert Quinn's son Garrett went away to college, he was frustrated and wondered how he could shake off his feelings of depression and anxiety. It was a transition that was difficult for both father and son. Bob finally realized that Garrett didn't need to be fixed; he needed his father's love and support. Bob invited Garrett to exchange letters, and together they embarked on an extraordinary journey. Their letters explore myriad topics -- how to find purpose, live with increased meaning and power, and how we can clarify our core values. But the most important lesson learned is that human progress begins when individuals choose to transform themselves.

Contents:

Letter 1 Introduction: Seek to Make a Difference 1

Letter 2 Focus on Being Change 9

Letter 3 Make the Choice to Be Extraordinary 27

Letter 4 Pursue Your Best Self 47

Letter 5 Maintain Profound Contact 73

Letter 6 Avoid the Negative Zone 97

Letter 7 Practice Responsible Freedom 125

Letter 8 Use the Wholonics Constructs 155

Letter 9 Ascend the Upward Spiral 195

Appendix Life Statement of Robert E. Quinn 225.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-233).

ISBN:

0787961159

OCLC:

48655847